Business Development

El Papi Creatives Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative agency based in Malaysia is seeking a Business Development Executive to drive media sales and develop client relationships. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of experience in securing business within marketing agencies, a strong track record in sales, and exceptional negotiation skills. Responsibilities include managing the sales cycle, collaborating on service development, and crafting compelling proposals. This role is ideal for self-driven professionals looking to expand their career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in business development or account acquisition.
• Proven track record of hitting sales targets and closing projects above RM500k.
• Self-driven and able to operate independently.

Responsibilities

• Identify and close new business opportunities in media sales and creative services.
• Manage the entire sales cycle from lead generation to deal closure.
• Build long-term relationships with clients for high satisfaction and repeat business.
• Collaborate on market opportunities and new service conceptualization.
• Develop strategies for revenue growth and business expansion.
• Work with teams to create compelling proposals and presentations.
• Represent the agency to build brand visibility.

Skills

Sales target achievement

Proposal writing

Negotiation skills

Digital marketing knowledge

Relationship management

Education

Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Bachelor's Degree/Master's in Business or Marketing

Job description

We are a strategy-first creative agency that helps brands shape perception, spark conversations, and show up where it matters. From digital campaigns to visual content, communications strategy and narrative building, El Papi Creatives delivers full-spectrum creative and communications solutions. We’re especially known for our work in the automotive space, partnering with leading brands to build trust, engagement, and loyalty both online and on the ground. We have since expand our services into various industry such as Finance, FMCG, Health & Beauty, Government, F&B, Aviation and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, target, and close new business opportunities within key industries, focusing on media sales and creative/digital services.
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to closing deals.

Relationship Building

Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, ensuring repeat business and high client satisfaction.

Product & Service Development

Collaborate with the leadership and strategy teams to identify market opportunities, conceptualize new services/products, and develop go-to-market strategies. Provide market feedback to refine offerings and position them competitively.

Revenue Growth & Expansion

Develop strategies to grow revenue through both existing services and new product lines. Explore untapped markets and niches for business expansion.

Proposal & Pitch Development

Work with creative and strategy teams to craft compelling proposals, presentations, and pitches tailored to client needs.

Network Building

Represent the agency at meetings, events, and networking sessions to build brand visibility and partnerships.

Job Requirements

• Candidates should have educational background either from recognized College/Universities (Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Bachelor's Degree/Master's or higher) or certified online education in Business or Marketing.
• Candidates must have 3 - 7 years of experience in business development or account acquisition within marketing, creative, PR, or digital agencies.
• Proven track record of hitting sales targets and closing mid-to-large projects. (RM500k and above).
• Strong proposal writing, deck-building, and presentation skills.
• Comfortable doing cold outreach, warm follow-ups, and relationship farming.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to handle objections without flinching.
• Solid understanding of digital marketing, influencer/KOL, PR, and social activation.
• Self-driven, disciplined, and able to operate with minimal hand-holding.